Month: February 2009

If your skin care product claims to be fragrance free, but contains essential oils, you should be aware that it may irritate your skin. Recent research has shown that the properties of some essential oils can be altered when they come into contact with oxygen and certain enzymes on skin. This could be particularly problematic… Read more »

If your skin care product claims to be fragrance free, but contains essential oils, you should be aware that it may irritate your skin. Recent research has shown that the properties of some essential oils can be altered when they come into contact with oxygen and certain enzymes on skin. This could be particularly problematic… Read more »

An ingredient widely used in skin care products for many, many years, mineral oil has been starting to receive bad press lately. And while some individuals may be sensitive to this relatively innocuous ingredient, the majority of us have no trouble with it at all. In fact, mineral oil is a very useful ingredient in… Read more »

Under eye circles may be caused by a number of reasons including our genes, nasal congestion or a lack of sleep. In addition, certain medical conditions plus the natural aging process (due to a thinning of the fat pads under the eyes), may be the culprit. What often happens is that red blood cells leak… Read more »

One of the latest trends in skin care today is organic skin care. And I say trend because even though many individuals agree on the benefits of organic food and the risks associated with many chemicals and preservatives, neither the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or Health Canada regulate the terms organic or natural when… Read more »

Scientists with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have recently shown that the oil of the milkweed seed (Asclepias syriaca) may help protect the skin against UV rays. Native to much of North America, researchers have always focused on the potential of the plant’s silky floss as stuffing, but it’s now believed that it… Read more »

Manufactured by MCK Labs, the makers of MaMa Lotion, new M2 Skin Care can help to transform your skin with the power of mandelic acid and malic acids plus a unique marine extract. Mandelic and malic acids are two unique alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) with an amazing ability to resurface your skin, eliminate acne, soften… Read more »

For many centuries, turmeric has been used in India for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties to treat burns, bruises and cuts. In addition, it may be consumed to allegedly help with stomach ailments. Native to South Asia, it is part of the ginger family and may be found in a number of ayurvedic skin care… Read more »

MSM, a sulfur compound that occurs naturally in plants, is sold as a dietary supplement to benefit hair, nails and skin. It is also promoted to aid in the management of arthritis and other inflammatory conditions based on an assumption that we are deficient in sulfur. MSM may be found in a variety of foods… Read more »

Ceramides are one of three types of lipids (fats) along with cholesterol and free fatty acids found in the stratum corneum, the top layer of the epidermis, the skin’s covering. These three lipids have many different functions in the body. In addition to helping to maintain the skin’s protective barrier, ceramides also function as cell… Read more »

Atopic dermatitis is one of the most common forms of eczema, affecting between 10 and 20 percent of people worldwide. It is characterized by an itchy rash that comes and goes. The cause of atopic dermatitis is unknown and the condition appears to involve an abnormal response of the body’s immune system to irritating substances…. Read more »

Although nobody really knows what causes rosacea, a number of theories exist as to why some individuals are susceptible to developing it. New research may have found some important clues. Researchers in San Diego discovered that cathelicidin, a protein that naturally occurs in the body, could cause the redness of rosacea. Cathelicidin normally protects the… Read more »

Acerola, a cherry-like fruit with high antioxidant activity, can now join the ranks of acai berry, blueberries and pomegranate in skin care formulations. Prevalent in drinks, yogurts and soups, acerola first appeared in Japanese skin care products at least five years ago. Niche skin care brands have started incorporating it into their facial care products… Read more »

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